Submitted by David Dainton
A combined Green & Hemyock Short Mat Bowls players travelled to Torquay, England for a week-long competition, which was a new experience for them. After getting settled into their rooms they went to the arena and were surprised at the size , with 12 mats laid out , practice was aloud before competition started on Monday.
32 teams were taking part from as far afield as Swansea, Kent , & Cornwell.
The competitions comprised of four sections Singles . Pairs , Triples & Fours The party was split into groups as to who would play in which . From start to finish they found it hard work meeting some England players which proved to be to good for our party. As the week progressed, a few wins came our way but not enough to qualify for the Friday finals day . The only team to win any thing were Joy ,Barbra Doreen, Christen & Mick.
Who were given the booby prize for gaining the least amount of points during the week but came home with a bottle of wine each . It also came as a big surprise when John Stephens was given a certificate for his vocal accompaniment.
Short Mat bowls is played indoors at Rockwell Green village hall, the club has been running for 20 + years. Most of the members are over 70 years.
